Theatre Season

An Asian Premiere and in Singapore, the Rainbow Fish will enchant even the youngest child with his silver scales and heart of gold in this award-winning book about the beautiful fish who learned to share his most prized possession. Using the magic of black light, Mermaid Theatre of Nova Scotia will bring The Rainbow Fish to life with their amazing puppetry skills.

Mermaid Theatre of Nova Scotia’s elegant new show, The Rainbow Fish, will include an original stage adaptation of Marcus Pfister’s colourful story as well as two of his companion tales, Rainbow Fish Discovers the Deep Sea and Opposites.

For ages 3 to 8

The Rainbow Fish

August 20 to 29, 2018

Ticket Sales Begin May 1 2018

The first of three tales introduces the most beautiful fish in the sea, whose scales shimmer in all the colours of the rainbow. He is admired – and resented – by the entire underwater world, until a clever octopus advises him to give each fish one of his scales.

Further adventures follow as The Rainbow Fish finds the courage to explore the great unknown deep sea, discovering a new world with wonderful sights and friendly creatures of all shapes, sizes and colours who are eager to make his acquaintance. The underworld wonderland is the setting for an introduction to the concept of opposites.

As a fitting finale, the story ends with the most satisfying opposite of all—give and take—as Rainbow Fish shares one of his shining scales with a friend.

Mermaid Theatre has earned international acclaim for its unique interpretations of the works of Eric Carle (The Very Hungry Caterpillar), Leo Lionni (Swimmy, Frederick & Inch by Inch) and Sam McBratney (Guess How Much I Love You). These widely-travelled productions incorporate innovative puppetry, striking scenic effects, and evocative original music to provide very young audiences with an effortless introduction to the performing arts and the excitement of reading. The Rainbow Fish features these same elements.

Winner of The Christopher Award, the Bologna Book Fair Critici in Erba Prize, American Booksellers Association ABBY Winner, and an IRA-CBC Children’s Choice title, the sweet message of The Rainbow Fish series has resonated with children, parents, teachers, librarians, and booksellers around the world.

Performance Times

Aug 20 (Mon)

10:00am, 2:00pm

Aug 21 (Tue)
Public Holiday

10:30am, 2:30pm*

Aug 22 (Wed)

10:00am, 2:00pm

Aug 23 (Thu)

10:00am, 2:00pm

Aug 24 (Fri)

10:00am, 2:00pm

Aug 25 (Sat)

10:30am, 2:30pm*

Aug 26 (Sun)

10:30am, 2:30pm*

Aug 28 (Tue)

10:00am, 2:00pm

Aug 29 (Wed)

10:00am

*Available for Backstage Tour, 40 minutes after show, for a maximum of 30 pax.

ACT 3 International presents Mermaid Theatre of Nova Scotia, Canada, with The Very Hungry Caterpillar and Other Eric Carle Favourites: The Very Hungry Caterpillar, Little Cloud and The Mixed Up Chameleon. Get up close and personal with these endearing characters against a black-lighted background as they come to life in a unique form of storytelling through theatre.

For ages 3 to 6

THE VERY HUNGRY CATERPILLAR
& Other Eric Carle Favourites

October 6 to 15, 2017

Early Bird Special Ends June 27, 2017

Meet The Very Hungry Caterpillar as he chomps away on his journey to metamorphosis! Starting out as a baby caterpillar eating anything and everything along the way, he changes into a beautiful butterfly at the end.

Then, join bored Little Cloud who decides to stray away from his fellow mates to go on a thrilling adventure transforming himself into an airplane, a sheep, a clown with a funny hat and even a shark!

And lastly, follow The Mixed Up Chameleon who doesn’t think he’s special changing colours everyday. He finally embraces his uniqueness only after an identity calamity happens when he decides to emulate the different animals he meets at the zoo.

“With a mix of music, comedy and with some clowning thrown in, this is a performance that will sure to entertain the whole family. Whether you’re learning how string instruments work, listening to the classics for the very first time or laughing your sides out silly, there is one thing in common – Sid will definitely whisk you on a mad journey of musical wonder!”

Ruby Lim-YangArtistic DirectorACT 3 International

February 25 to March 12, 2017
Crazy Classics with Sid Bowfin
An Interactive Classical Music Performance
For ages 4 years and above

Come meet Sid Bowfin, a very talented and comical musician, as he brings you on a crazy rollercoaster ride of laughter, music and great fun! With his zany antics and effortless way of playing the violin and interacting with his audience at the same time, you and your child will enjoy every moment of this classical music performance.

Sharing his love for the great classics, Sid will play famous tunes from composers such as Mozart, Vivaldi, Rossini and Pachelbel as well as surprise you with some very unexpected pop hits. And hey, if you and your child enjoy listening to what Sid is playing, he might even pick YOU to help him spread his joy!

One of the best loved classics for children comes to life, literally.

“We love Lyngo Theatre not just for the clever retelling of stories, the design or the sophistication of its work. Mostly, it is the great respect it gives to young audiences for their intellect, maturity and ability to make sense of a beautiful performance.”

Ruby Lim-YangArtistic DirectorACT 3 International

For ages 5 and above

The Curious Adventures of
Pinocchio

Tuesday July 25 to Sunday 6 August, 2017

‘The Curious Adventures of Pinocchio’ is the title of Lyngo’s new show. We are adapting this epic tale into a unique retelling where the story leaps off the page and onto the stage. Crickets, cats, foxes and, of course, the world-famous puppet, will spring out of our collection of dusty, old, magic books, while Patrick Lynch pulls all the strings and turns all the pages to bring you the true story of Pinocchio, no lie. Who nose? He might even find his father and become a real boy.

LYNGO Theatre is a UK based Children’s Theatre company with strong Italian design influence. Their shows have delighted children and adults for the last 10 years with their unique mix of fun and beautiful handmade props that work magically together to play and interact with their audience.

Fee Fi Fo Fum! It’s a giant of a show, we’d love you to come!

“When it comes to producing high calibre children’s theatre for the very young, Lyngo Theatre is at the forefront of it all. With a strong focus on invigorating the five senses through play and interactivity, Jack and The Beanstalk will thrill and excite in a gargantuan and exploratory way.”

Ruby Lim-YangArtistic DirectorACT 3 International

For ages 3 to 8

Jack and the Beanstalk

September 6 to 18, 2016

This classic fairytale now gets the Lyngo treatment so expect lots of surprises, a gripping story and beautiful images as Jack sells his cow for 5 magic beans and finds himself in the land above the clouds. It’s a show for the over 3’s (and their giants) with something for everyone – enormous shoes, tiny houses, showers of silver and gold and a big, leafy explosion!

LYNGO is a UK based Children’s Theatre company with strong Italian design influence. Their shows have delighted children and adults for over 10 years with their unique mix of fun and beautiful imagery working magically together to reveal the vivid poetic realm that is at the heart of their work.

Their trademark is a unique combination of the inventive use of beautifully designed and handmade props ‘theatre toys’ with a genuine approach to play and interact with their audience.

ACT 3 International presents Mermaid Theatre of Nova Scotia, Canada with The Very Hungry Caterpillar and Other Eric Carle Favourites: The Very Hungry Caterpillar, Little Cloud and The Mixed Up Chameleon. Get up close and personal with these endearing characters against a black-lighted background as they come to life in a unique form of storytelling through theatre.

For ages 3 to 6

THE VERY HUNGRY CATERPILLAR
& Other Eric Carle Favourites

March 5 to 13, 2016

Early Bird Special Ends Nov 30 2015

Meet The Very Hungry Caterpillar as he chomps away on his journey to metamorphosis! Starting out as a baby caterpillar eating anything and everything along the way, he changes into a beautiful butterfly at the end.

Then, join bored Little Cloud who decides to stray away from his fellow mates to go on a thrilling adventure transforming himself into an airplane, a sheep, a clown with a funny hat and even a shark!

And lastly, follow The Mixed Up Chameleon who doesn’t think he’s special changing colours everyday. He finally embraces his uniqueness only after an identity calamity happens when he decides to emulate the different animals he meets at the zoo.

For ages …

Guess How Much I Love You

29 August to 7 September 2015

“Guess how much I love you?” asks Little Nutbrown Hare when it’s just about time for bed.

A simple question, and yet it causes a chain reaction where the charming little fellow goes on an all-out declaration of his love for Big Nutbrown Hare.

Stretching his arms as wide as he can reach and hopping as high as he can go, he demonstrates his never-ending affection for the latter. However, Big Nutbrown Hare one-ups the ante each time with his Big, huge and expansive love!

Adapted from the award winning classic Guess How Much I Love You written by Sam McBratney and illustrated by Anita Jeram, this charming and feel-good tale will definitely touch hearts. So come join us and be transported into an amusing world of Nutbrown Hares where apparently, love can be measured through a game!

For ages 3+ to 6

Hansel Hansel

6 April to 29 May 2015

A vegetarian teddy bear? A song for soup and bread? And twins who don’t even look alike? What’s next in this twisted madness based on the famous tale, Hansel and Gretel?

In this outrageous version completely turned on its head, join big bully Gretel and crybaby Hansel as they take you on a wild journey up, down, round and through the forest right smack into a sticky scenario with a lonely eccentric soup drinker!

So what are you waiting for? Book tickets for your students now for 50 minutes of pure hilarity, campiness and juicy berries!

Dates
School Term 2
6 April to 29 May 2015

Time
10am

Ages
3+ to 6

Group Size
Maximum 120 children
Free entry to teachers at 1 teacher to 10 children